Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse, February 11th, 9AM

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Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse

Saturday, February 11th

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse

3501 N. Kilbourn

For more information, contact 773-685-3359.

Kilbourn Park is home to the Park District’s only organic facility. There . . . → Read More: Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse, February 11th, 9AM

Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids, February 9th, 7:30PM

Explore Sustainable Seafood

Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids

Thursday, February 9th

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Dirk’s Fish and Gourmet Shop

2070 N Clybourn

For more information, contact bhavlik@sheddaquarium.org.

Did you know your seafood choices can have a big impact on the health of . . . → Read More: Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids, February 9th, 7:30PM

Featured Event! Friends of the Parks MLK Jr. Service Day at Whistler Woods, Jan 16th, 9AM

Explore Outdoor Stewardship

Monday, January 16th

Whistler Woods, S Halsted St & W 134th St.

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

RSVP to Mary Eileen Sullivan at sullivanme@fotp.org.

Join Friends of the Parks and Calumet Is My Backyard (C.I.M.B.Y.) at Whistler Woods to celebrate Martin Luther King Day by providing . . . → Read More: Featured Event! Friends of the Parks MLK Jr. Service Day at Whistler Woods, Jan 16th, 9AM

C3 and CSI talk with WBEZ about Hegewisch Marsh

Joann Podkul of CSI

Check out this great coverage of C3 and Calumet Stewardship Initiative volunteers working in vernal pools at Hegewisch Marsh over the weekend. Michael Puente from WBEZ joined us to help uncover the great restoration and open space preservation work happening in the area.

Greencorps Calumet

This work would not be possible . . . → Read More: C3 and CSI talk with WBEZ about Hegewisch Marsh

Winners of the C3 River Day Challenge Announced

C3 volunteers across the city came out in droves in support of the 19th annual Chicago River Day! Nearly 125 C3 leaders, teachers, students and staff worked on 10 different riverside clean-up locations to demonstrate their dedication to a healthy and functioning river ecosystem.

C3 volunteers from the north and south sides of Chicago organized their . . . → Read More: Winners of the C3 River Day Challenge Announced

Chicago River Named the 4th Most Endangered

Repost from Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie.

This morning American Rivers named the Chicago River 4th on its annual list of America’s Most Endangered Rivers because of the continued release of undisinfected sewage effluent from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District’s (MWRD) sewage treatment plants. This archaic practice leaves recreators at risk from human . . . → Read More: Chicago River Named the 4th Most Endangered

Garlic Mustard Pull Mondays in Eggers Woods Throughout the Month of May

Garlic Mustard is one of the most aggressive invasive plants in our region. Support the ecological health and diversity of our open lands and green space by getting involved in Garlic Mustard Pull Challenge!

Join in the Garlic Mustard Pull Mondays at Eggers Woods each Monday until May 23 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Contact site steward . . . → Read More: Garlic Mustard Pull Mondays in Eggers Woods Throughout the Month of May

Blue City Cycles and Crust Organic Pizzeria Support C3ers on Chicago River Day

We want to give a big shout out to Crust Organic Pizzeria and Blue City Cycles for their support of the C3 River Day Challenge! C3 volunteers and supporters are encouraged to sign for Chicago River Day this Saturday, May 14 from 9:00 am-12:00 pm at riverside locations throughout Chicago.
C3 will be participating at the . . . → Read More: Blue City Cycles and Crust Organic Pizzeria Support C3ers on Chicago River Day

Canceled: Volunteer at Beaubien Forest Preserve this Saturday, 2.5.11.

Calumet Stewardship Initiative Workday

Don’t worry, you can volunteer next month at Beaubien. We will make sure you have all the details.

Photo Credit: . . . → Read More: Canceled: Volunteer at Beaubien Forest Preserve this Saturday, 2.5.11.

Explore Urban Agriculture at the Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse: Seed Starting Basics, 1.22 @ 10am

Geeked about gardening? So are we. C3 staff will also be in attendance at this super awesome workshop!

Saturday, January 22
Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse
3501 N. Kilbourn
10:00am-12:00pm
RSVP: 773.685.3351
Cost: $10
CASH ONLY

If you are an early bird, come out for the Seed Swap at 9am

Craving unique vegetables? Want those old fashioned French marigolds? Like the delicate herb chervil? Want . . . → Read More: Explore Urban Agriculture at the Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse: Seed Starting Basics, 1.22 @ 10am

In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Chicago Cares Celebration of Service, January 15th.

Through his words and examples, Dr. King inspired a new generation to better their communities. At the Celebration of Service, Chicago Cares challenges you to move from words to deeds through service to your community. When 3,000 of us gather to honor Dr. King on Saturday, January 15, we will be an active part of building . . . → Read More: In Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Chicago Cares Celebration of Service, January 15th.

Special Invitation to join Friends of the Forest Preserves at Dan Ryan Woods, 12.11.10

Photo Credit: The Examiner

Join Chicago Conservation Corps Partner, Friends of the Forest Preserves for a winter wonderland restoration workday at Dan Ryan Woods. Take the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the winter forest and find some respite from the bustle of the holidays. C3 staff will join in the frosty fun. . . . → Read More: Special Invitation to join Friends of the Forest Preserves at Dan Ryan Woods, 12.11.10

What are you up to this week? Make sure you check out these upcoming conservation events

Photo Credit: Chicago Wilderness

Wednesday, November 3

C3 Leader Theo Harduvel: Weatherize for Tax Credit Workshop
12:00-1:00 pm
Attend this workshop for all your winter weatherization needs, including a weatherization tools and resources.
To RSVP, contact@environmentalexchange.org

Lecture with Author Richard Louv
Harold Washington Library
Cindy Pritzker Auditorium
400 S. State
6:00-7:00 pm
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Thursday, November 4

Chicago Wilderness Congress
UIC Forum
725 W. Roosevelt
8:00 am-4:30 pm
Register now to ensure your . . . → Read More: What are you up to this week? Make sure you check out these upcoming conservation events

Explore Community Conservation at the Washington Park Seed Collection Workday 10/16 @ 9 am

Join Washington Park Conservancy and the Chicago Park District for a seed collection and restoration workday
Saturday October 16
9 am-12 pm
Meet at the Fountain of Time (near Cottage Grove and Midway Plaisance).
Please register in advance by contacting

sunshine0711@gmail.com

Fall in an important time in Chicago’s parks, forest preserves and natural areas. As the season draws to a . . . → Read More: Explore Community Conservation at the Washington Park Seed Collection Workday 10/16 @ 9 am

Explore Stewardship with the Friends of the Parks Dunning Read Conservation Area Workday

Fall is an important time for seed collection, planning and planting in natural areas. Come out and get your hands dirty with Friends of the Parks on Saturday October 9 at 9:00 am- 12:00 pm

Why should you join us?
The Dunning Read Conservation Area is one of two conservation areas within Chicago’s limits. The Dunning Read . . . → Read More: Explore Stewardship with the Friends of the Parks Dunning Read Conservation Area Workday

Explore the Chicago River with the Flatwater Classic

October is nearly here. To us that means one special thing: Friends of the Chicago River Flatwater Classic.

Not familiar with the Flatwater Classic? It is a celebration of our fine river as a place of recreation and habitat for over 70 birds species and 60 fish species. The Chicago River Flatwater Classic . . . → Read More: Explore the Chicago River with the Flatwater Classic

C3 Events and Opportunities: September 2009

You Care. Do Something. We’ll Help.
The following is a list of events coordinated by our C3 Leaders, as well as volunteer opportunities facilitated by our C3 Partners. For a full listing of events, visit the C3 Calendar.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- September 10, 12, 14: C3 Environmental Leadership Training Orientation Sessions
- September 12: Chicago Rain . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: September 2009

C3 Events and Opportunities: August 2009

You Care. Do Something. We’ll Help.
The following is a list of events coordinated by our C3 Leaders, as well as volunteer opportunities facilitated by our C3 Partners. For a full listing of events, visit the C3 Calendar.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- August 1: Environmental Awareness Fun Booth at the Hope Festival
- August 8: Winnemac Park Stewardship . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: August 2009

C3 Events and Opportunities: July 2009

You care. Do something. We’ll help.
The following is a list of events coordinated by our C3 Leaders and Trainees, as well as volunteer opportunities facilitated by our C3 Partners. For a full listing of events, visit the C3 Calendar.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- July 11: Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Sale in Lawndale/Pilsen
- July 11: . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: July 2009

Spread the word about West Nile Virus

2008 Chicago West Nile Virus Public Education and Community Outreach Campaign

West Nile Virus infection (WNV) is an illness conveyed to humans primarily by mosquitoes. In most cases, people infected with WNV either show no symptoms or have very mild flu-like symptoms, called West Nile fever. WNV is an urgent issue that needs to be taken seriously . . . → Read More: Spread the word about West Nile Virus